Impactful Swim Instructor: Teach Skills & Build Community

Edwardsville YMCA; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Edwardsville is seeking a Swim Instructor to lead swimming classes while maintaining a safe and positive environment for all participants. Responsibilities include instructing lessons, building relationships with students and parents, maintaining attendance records, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. The ideal candidate will have necessary certifications and a passion for community engagement. Training can be provided upon employment.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
• Child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
• Build effective relationships with students and parents.
• Maintain records as required, including attendance and progress reports.
• Follow all YMCA policies, rules, and procedures.

Skills

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

AED certification

Basic First Aid certification

Swimming instruction skills

Job description

A community-focused organization in Edwardsville is seeking a Swim Instructor to lead swimming classes while maintaining a safe and positive environment for all participants. Responsibilities include instructing lessons, building relationships with students and parents, maintaining attendance records, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. The ideal candidate will have necessary certifications and a passion for community engagement. Training can be provided upon employment.